2020 Hyundai Elantra
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2020 Hyundai Elantra is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 31 on record.
2020 Hyundai Elantra at a glance
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2020 Hyundai Elantra recalls 3
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Elantra, 2019-2021 Kona and Veloster vehicles equipped with 2.0L Nu MPI engines. The piston oil rings may not have been properly heat-treated, which could result in engine damage.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the engine, free of charge. In addition, Hyundai will deploy Piston Ring Noise Sensing System (PNSS) software. Owner notification letters were mailed August 24, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019 Ioniq Hybrid and 2020 Elantra vehicles. The right-side rear wheel lug nuts may have been insufficiently tightened, allowing the wheel to detach from the vehicle.
Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, tighten the lug nuts, free of charge. The recall began November 15, 2019. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-251-0871. Hyundai's number for this recall is 184.
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020 Elantra vehicles. The lower control arm ball joint fasteners may have been insufficiently tightened allowing the ball joint to detach from the lower control arm.
Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, tighten the ball joint fasteners, free of charge. The recall began November 20, 2019. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 185.
Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.
2020 Hyundai Elantra common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 237 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2020 Hyundai Elantra MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 2020 Hyundai Elantra worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2020 Hyundai Elantra costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($17,179) with the same model 5 model-years older ($11,415), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2020 Hyundai Elantra trims & engines on record
2020 Hyundai Elantra vehicles on record
2020 Hyundai Elantra SEL, Value Edition & LimitedKMHD84LF3LU994931
2020 Hyundai Elantra SEL, Value Edition & Limited5NPD84LF3LH563570
2020 Hyundai Elantra SEL, Value Edition & LimitedKMHD84LF3LU940576
2020 Hyundai Elantra SEL, Value Edition & Limited5NPD84LFXLH571567
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2020 Hyundai Elantra SEL, Value Edition & Limited5NPD84LF4LH632377
2020 Hyundai Elantra SEL, Value Edition & Limited5NPD84LF2LH568842
2020 Hyundai Elantra SEL, Value Edition & Limited5NPD84LFXLH540951
2020 Hyundai Elantra SEL, Value Edition & LimitedKMHD84LF4LU013781
2020 Hyundai Elantra SE5NPD74LF3LH514338
2020 Hyundai Elantra SE5NPD74LFXLH551130
2020 Hyundai Elantra SEL, Value Edition & Limited5NPD84LF6LH600465
2020 Hyundai Elantra SEL, Value Edition & Limited5NPD84LF0LH587549
2020 Hyundai Elantra SEL, Value Edition & Limited5NPD84LF7LH555648
2020 Hyundai Elantra SE5NPD74LF9LH557159
2020 Hyundai Elantra SEL, Value Edition & Limited5NPD84LF1LH553426
2020 Hyundai Elantra SE5NPD74LF2LH498519
2020 Hyundai Elantra SEL, Value Edition & Limited5NPD84LF9LH574654
2020 Hyundai Elantra SEL, Value Edition & Limited5NPD84LF4LH514555
2020 Hyundai Elantra SEKMHD74LF9LU072828
2020 Hyundai Elantra SE5NPD74LF4LH506149
2020 Hyundai Elantra SEL, Value Edition & Limited5NPD84LF8LH629790
2020 Hyundai Elantra SEL, Value Edition & Limited5NPD84LF4LH621175
2020 Hyundai Elantra SEL, Value Edition & Limited5NPD84LF3LH553623
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2020 Hyundai Elantra — frequently asked questions
Does the 2020 Hyundai Elantra have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2020 Hyundai Elantra. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Hyundai Elantra?
Based on 237 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, power train, vehicle speed control.
What gas mileage does the 2020 Hyundai Elantra get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2020 Hyundai Elantra at about 32 mpg combined (29 city / 38 highway).
How much is a 2020 Hyundai Elantra worth?
Comparable 2020 Hyundai Elantra listings run roughly $14,499–$20,995, typically around $17,179 (from 22 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.